2023 HONDA RIDGELINE Pg 387

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uuIndicators uMulti-Information Display Warning and Information Messages
Continued
Instrument Panel
MessageConditionExplanation
●Appears when pressing the -/SET button while the
interval between your vehicle and the vehicle ahead of
you is too close.●ACC cannot be set.
2 Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) P. 438
●Appears when pressing the -/SET button while the shift
position is in any position other than
(D or (S.
●ACC cannot be set.2 Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) P. 438
●Appears when pressing the -/SET button while the
vehicle is moving and the brake pedal is depressed.●ACC cannot be set.2 Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) P. 438
●Appears when the interval between your vehicle and
the vehicle ahead of you is too close while ACC is in
operation.●ACC has been automatically canceled.
2 Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) P. 438
●Appears when you try to set ACC while in Snow, Mud*
or Sand* mode.
●ACC cannot be set.
2 Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) P. 438
●Appears when you unlock and open the driver’s door
while the engine is running by the keyless remote.
2 Remote Engine Start P. 387
* Not available on all models

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Controls
Locking and Unlocking the Doors
Key
This vehicle comes with the following key:Use the key to start and stop the engine, and
to lock or unlock all the doors or open the
trunk.u The tailgate lock/unlock function is set to
disable as the factory default setting. The
tailgate lock/unlock f unction can be used
by using the audio/information screen.
2 Customized Features P. 299
1Key
All the keys have an immobilizer system. The
immobilizer system helps to protect against vehicle
theft. 2 Immobilizer System P. 136
Follow the advice below to prevent damage to the
keys:
•Do not leave the keys in direct sunlight, or in
locations with high temperature or high humidity.
•Do not drop the keys or set heavy objects on them.•Keep the keys away from liquids, dust and sand.
•Do not take the keys apart except for replacing the
battery.
If the circuits in the keys are damaged, the engine
may not start, and the remote transmitter may not
work.
If the keys do not work properly, have them
inspected by a dealer.
You can remotely start the engine using the remote
engine start. 2 Remote Engine Start P. 387
Keyless Remote

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uuWhen Driving uStarting the Engine
Driving
You can remotely start the engine using the keyless remote.
■Remote Engine Start1Remote Engine Start
The remote engine start may violate local laws.
Before using the remote e ngine start, check your
local laws.
If there are buildings an d obstacles between your
vehicle and the remote, th e range will be reduced.
This distance may vary by external electrical
interference.
3WARNING
Carbon monoxide ga s is toxic and can
rapidly accumulate in closed or even partly
enclosed areas.
Breathing it can cause unconsciousness and
even kill you.
Never use the remote engine starter with
the vehicle parked in a garage or other
areas with limited ventilation.

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Index
Creeping (Automatic Transmission)........ 394
Cross Traffic Monitor ............................... 477
Cup Holders .............................................. 179
Customer Service Information ................ 585
Customized Features ............................... 299
D
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 153
Dead Battery ............................................ 552
Defaulting All the Settings ...................... 323
Defogger/Heated Door Mirror ................ 159
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows ................................................. 196
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ............... 577
Dimming
Headlights .............................................. 149
Rearview Mirror ...................................... 164
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................ 500
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) ............. 148
Display Button .......................................... 212
Door Mirrors ............................................. 165
Doors ........................................................ 117
Auto Door Locking.................................. 130
Auto Door Unlocking .............................. 130
Door Open Message ........................... 36, 96
Key ......................................................... 117
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside................................ 16, 127
Locking/Unlocking the Doors
from the Outside................................... 120 Lockout Prevention System ...................... 126
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................ 519
Driving ....................................................... 363
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) ................ 438
Automatic Transmission ........................... 394
Braking .................................................... 468
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines ............... 383
Shifting ................................................... 395
Starting the Engine .................................. 385
Driving Guidelines for Your Utility Vehicle ..................................................... 392
Driving Position Memory System ............. 161
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 528
E
Eco Assist® System ...................................... 12
ECON Button ............................................. 403
ECON Mode Indicator ................................ 92
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator ............................................ 85, 559
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............. 412
Emergency ................................................ 568
Emergency Trunk Opener ........................ 135
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ....... 579
Engine Coolant ................................................... 504
If the Battery Is Dead ............................... 552
Oil ........................................................... 499
Remote Engine Start ................................ 387
Starting ................................................... 385 Engine Compartment Cover
.................... 498
Engine Coolant ......................................... 504
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 505
Adding to the Reserve Tank..................... 504
Overheating ............................................ 555
Temperature Gauge ................................ 110
Engine Oil ................................................. 499
Adding .................................................... 501
Checking................................................. 500
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 491
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 79, 557
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 499
ENGINE START/STOP Button .................... 145
EPS (Electric Power Steering) System
Indicator............................................ 85, 559
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide) .................................. 74
Exterior Care (Cleaning) ........................... 531
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 165
F
Features.................................................... 203
Filters
Dust and Pollen ....................................... 528
Oil ........................................................... 502
Flat Tire ..................................................... 539
Floor Mats ................................................. 530
Fluids Automatic Transmission .......................... 506
Brake ...................................................... 507

593
Index
Passing Indicators..................................... 149
Playing Bluetooth ® Audio ....................... 259
Power Windows ....................................... 139
Precautions While Driving ....................... 392
Driving Guidelines for Your Utility
Vehicle .................................................. 392
Rain ........................................................ 392
Pregnant Women ....................................... 42
Puncture (Tire) ......................................... 539
R
Radar Sensor............................................ 467
Radiator .................................................... 505
Radio (FM/AM) ......................................... 236
Radio (SiriusXM ®)..................................... 239
Radio Data System (RDS) ......................... 238
Range ........................................................ 114
RDS (Radio Data System) ......................... 238
Readiness Codes (Emissions Testing) ...... 579
Rear Climate Control System ................... 199
From the Rear Panel ................................ 200
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror Button ..................................................... 159
Rear Outer Seat Heaters .......................... 190
Rear Seats ................................................. 169
Rearview Mirror ....................................... 164
Refueling .................................................. 483
Fuel Gauge ............................................. 110
Gasoline ......................................... 483, 574
Low Fuel Indicator..................................... 82 Regulations
............................... 418, 519, 577
Remote Engine Start ................................ 387
Remote Transmitter ................................. 125
Replacement Battery .................................................... 527
Bulbs ....................................................... 508
Fuses ............................... 562, 564, 565, 566
Tires ........................................................ 522
Wiper Blade Rubber ................................. 514
Reporting Safety Defects ......................... 578
RESET Button ............................................ 111
Resetting a Trip Meter ............................. 113
Reverse Tilt Door Mirror .......................... 165
Road Departure Mitigation ..................... 460
Indicator .................................................... 90
On and Off .............................................. 462
S
Safe Driving ................................................ 31
Safety Check ............................................... 36
Safety Labels ............................................... 75
Safety Message ............................................. 3
Seat Belts ..................................................... 37
Adjusting the Shoulder Anchor .................. 41
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners .................. 39
Checking ................................................... 43
Fastening ................................................... 40
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Seat Belt.......................................................... 67
Pregnant Women ...................................... 42 Reminder .................................................. 38
Warning Indicator ............................... 38, 81
Seat Heaters .............................. 188, 189, 190
Seat Ventilation ........................................ 189
Seats .......................................................... 166
Adjusting ................................................ 166
Driver’s Seat Lumbar Support .................. 166
Front Seats .............................................. 166
Rear Seats ............................................... 169
Seat Heaters ............................ 188, 189, 190
Seat Ventilation ....................................... 189
Security System ......................................... 136
Immobilizer System Indicator ..................... 86
Security System Alarm Indicator................. 87
Selecting a Child Seat ................................. 63
Sequential Mode ...................................... 401
Sequential Mode Operation .................... 402
Setting the Clock ...................................... 116
Shift Button ........................................ 21, 395
Operation.......................................... 21, 397
Shift Position Indicator ...................... 80, 397
Shifting (Transmission) ....................... 21, 395
Shoulder Anchor ........................................ 41
Side Airbags ................................................ 52
Side Curtain Airbags .................................. 54
Siri Eyes Free ............................................. 268
SiriusXM ® Radio ........................................ 239
Snow Tires ................................................. 524
Song By Voice
TM (SBV) .............................. 250
Spare Tire .......................................... 539, 575
Spark Plugs ............................................... 574

594
Index
Specifications............................................ 574
Specified Fuel .................................... 483, 574
Speedometer ............................................. 110
SRS Airbags (Airbags) ................................. 47
Starting Assist Brake Function ................. 411
Starting the Engine .................................. 385
Does Not Start ......................................... 549
If the Battery Is Dead ............................... 552
Remote Engine Start ................................ 387
Steering Wheel ......................................... 163
Adjusting ................................................. 163
Heater ..................................................... 187
Stopping .................................................... 472
Summer Tires ............................................ 524
Sunglasses Holder ..................................... 181
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ........ 47
Indicator .................................................... 82
Switches (Around the Steering Wheel) ......... 6, 7, 145
SYNC Mode ............................................... 198
System Message Indicator .......................... 87
T
Tachometer............................................... 110
Tailgate ..................................................... 131
Unable to Unlock ..................................... 570
Temperature Gauge ..................................................... 110
Outside Temperature Display ................... 113
Temperature Gauge ................................. 110 Temperature Sensor
......................... 113, 201
Tie-down Anchors .................................... 193
Time (Setting) ........................................... 116
Tire Fill Assist .................................... 416, 560
Tires ........................................................... 516
Air Pressure ..................................... 517, 575
Checking and Maintaining ...................... 516
Inspection ............................................... 516
Labeling .................................................. 517
Puncture (Flat Tire) .................................. 539
Regulations ............................................. 519
Rotation .................................................. 523
Spare Tire ........................................ 539, 575
Summer .................................................. 524
Tire Chains .............................................. 524
Wear Indicators ....................................... 521
Winter..................................................... 524
Tools .......................................................... 538
Towing a Trailer ....................................... 372
Equipment and Accessories ..................... 375
Load Limits .............................................. 372
Towing Your Vehicle ................................ 382
Emergency .............................................. 568
TPMS with Tire Fill Assist ......................... 416
Indicator............................................ 85, 560
Tire Fill Assist ........................................... 560
Trailer Stability Assist ............................... 380
Transmission ............................... 21, 394, 395
Automatic ................................. 21, 394, 395
Fluid ........................................................ 506
Number................................................... 576 Sequential Mode..................................... 401
Shift Position Indicator ...................... 80, 397
Transmission System Indicator ................. 561
Trip Meter ................................................ 113
Troubleshooting ...................................... 537
Blown Fuse ..................... 562, 564, 565, 566
Brake Pedal Vibrates ................................. 27
Buzzer Sounds When Opening Door ......... 28
Emergency Towing ................................. 568
Engine Won’t Start ................................. 549
Noise When Braking ................................. 28
Overheating ............................................ 555
Puncture/Flat Tire .................................... 539
Rear Door Won’t Open ..................... 27, 129
Warning Indicators.................................... 78
Truck Bed Audio ...................................... 277
Trunk ........................................................ 133
Lid .......................................................... 133
Main Switch............................................ 134
Turn Signals .............................................. 148
Indicators (Instru ment Panel) ..................... 85
Turn-by-Turn Directions .......................... 114U
Unlocking the Doors................................ 120
Unlocking the Front Doors
from the Inside ................................. 16, 127
USB Flash Drives ............................... 256, 282
USB Port .................................................... 205